Ireland on a Working Visa
During 2000 Anthony St Clair is spending four months in Ireland, taking advantage of his Usit working visa to supplement his funds. Beginning in Dublin, he intends to work his way around the country and visit the cities of Donegal, Galway, Killarney, Schull and Cork. Although unsure of what form the work will take, Anthony is confident his Visa card will stand the strain in the meantime.
Oh, and he can't wait to taste the Guinness.
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July 17th: Last Dispatch from Ireland
The Irish chapter comes to a close, but a new one is about to begin - in Edinburgh.
Catch Up On The Journey
July 10th: Requiem for a Good Job
Despite being let go, Anthony only has good things to say about his former employers.
July 6th: Leaving Inisheer
Reflections on Inisheer, an island where you can find solitude without loneliness.
July 5th: An Extra Day
Exploring Dún Fearbhaí, a massive ring fort on the middle island, Inishmaan and a fortunate chance encounter.
July 4th: Around Inisheer
A bike ride is definitely the best way to see to see Inisheer, even if it leaves you a little saddle sore.
July 3rd: Towards Inisheer
Inisheer - at any time - is for the person who wants to escape the world, who wants to enjoy solitude and silence.
July 2nd: Time for a Change
Anthony is temporarily addressless as the landlord decides to empty the flat at a moments notice.
June 27-29th: The Eighth Wonder of the World - Clifden, Part II
Another day in Clifden, recharging the batteries, rediscovering silence and fine tasting Guinness.
June 27-29th: The Eighth Wonder of the World - Clifden, Part I
Anything you need to know about Clifden, just ask the owner of the Brookside Hostel.
June 26: It's Been a While Since We Last Talked
Catching up on all the news from Galway since things have been a bit slow lately.
June 11th: I Now Know Where The World Ends
Anthony takes a tour of Connemara on a bus that's been doing the rounds, and owned by the same family, since 1932.
June 5th: I Don't Mean to Go on a Rant Here
Ant questions Ireland's stance on refugees, but still finds time to enjoy a Moby concert.
June 3rd: Something in the Air
Ant admits he's an evil little bastard as he taunts a mate who can't make it to a concert.
May 31st: Prelude to a Hellacious Weekend
There's a Bank Holiday in the offing and Ant's psyched for the concerts, beer and fun.
May 14th: Killin' Time in Killarney - Part II
The institution that is the Irish breakfast, and lunch in Dingle.
May 13th: Killin' Time in Killarney
A weekend in Ireland's south west and finding it very tourist orientated.
May 7th: Dublin - Don't Believe the Hype
Back in Dublin for a day and finding it has lost some of its charm.
May 3rd: Part-Time Work for a Full-Time Life
Learning the ins and outs of Irish jewelry, including the Claddagh Ring, for a new job.
May 1st: Tranquility & Troubles
Before heading to his new job, Anthony attends an anti-capitalist demonstration.
April 26th: Cultural Hibernation at an End
Galway makes up for its dreary winters with an explosion of culture in spring and summer.
April 21-22nd: Knuckling Down, in a Lazy Kinda Way
Finding a job and a place to live has been a slow process, but progress has been made.
April 11th: The Only Non-Smoker in Galway Goes to Heaven
Anthony has found a slice of heaven, but he's not telling where it is.
April 10th: Dublin to Galway
A quick change in plans results in a bus to Galway and friendlier hostel prices.
April 9th: Lights Out on a Night Out in Dublin
Trying to go to bed early results in receiving a head-butt from an Irishman.
April 5th: Dublin
Despite high hostel prices and a need to book ahead, Dublin isn't such a bad place.
April 1st: April Fool's Day
The usual pre-trip jitters a couple of days before arriving in Dublin.
